Category Visionaries

Kyle Hanslovan, CEO of Huntress: $160 Million Raised to Build the Future of Managed Security

In today's episode of Category Visionaries we speak with Kyle Hanslovan, CEO and Co-Founder of Huntress, a managed security platform that's raised $160 Million in funding. Topics Discussed: Kyle’s background in offensive cyber operations, and common misconceptions about government intelligence work Running a startup in his twenties while having three kids, and the importance – and feasibility – of work-life balance Why most small- and medium-sized companies are vulnerable to hacker attacks, and how Huntress helps them stay protected Having investors who want you to pivot to a different audience, and the crucial importance of having one or two co-founders The importance of visiting Silicon Valley a few times each year, why humility is a strength, and relieving other people’s impostor syndrome Favorite book: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

Broadcast on:: 02 Nov 2023

In today's episode of Category Visionaries we speak with Kyle Hanslovan, CEO and Co-Founder of Huntress, a managed security platform that's raised $160 Million in funding.

Topics Discussed:

Kyle’s background in offensive cyber operations, and common misconceptions about government intelligence work
Running a startup in his twenties while having three kids, and the importance – and feasibility – of work-life balance
Why most small- and medium-sized companies are vulnerable to hacker attacks, and how Huntress helps them stay protected
Having investors who want you to pivot to a different audience, and the crucial importance of having one or two co-founders
The importance of visiting Silicon Valley a few times each year, why humility is a strength, and relieving other people’s impostor syndrome

Favorite book:

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action